12 days in Washington DC Itinerary

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.

Take a break from the city and head to Tidal Basin and Great Falls Park. Kids will enjoy Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute and The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Venture out of the city with trips to Gettysburg (Horseback Riding Tours, Gettysburg National Cemetery, &more), Manassas National Battlefield Park (in Manassas) and Stony Man Mountain Overlook (in Luray). Next up on the itinerary: wander the streets of Georgetown, take an in-depth tour of Smithsonian American Art Museum, contemplate the long history of Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial, and explore the world behind art at National Portrait Gallery.

To see where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Washington DC visit planner.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Joint Base Andrews. In April, daily temperatures in Washington DC can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 11°C.